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Arrest made in murder of Farmville man

A Nottoway man has been charged with murder in the shooting death of a Farmville man. According to the Nottoway County Sheriff’s Department, at 12:46 ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, June 7, 2022 11:40 am

Bobby Jones

Prince Edward

Remembering one man who held many roles

On Sunday, May 15, Prince Edward County lost an involved member of its community beyond the elected job for which he was widely known. Robert ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Saturday, June 4, 2022 12:18 pm

Buckingham

Area McDonald’s restaurants under new ownership

Two area McDonald’s locations are under new ownership. Effective Monday, May 16, all four McDonald’s stores owned by Russell Enterprises are owned by The Welburn ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Friday, June 3, 2022 3:00 pm

Prince Edward

Hearing held on fiscal 2023 budget

The Prince Edward Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on Tuesday, May 31, to discuss the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. County Administrator ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Friday, June 3, 2022 12:16 pm

Buckingham County

Buckingham

Remembering Robert Bryant

On Sunday, May 8, Buckingham County lost a pillar of the community. Robert Earl Bryant was born in Buckingham County and graduated from Marshall District ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, May 31, 2022 3:00 pm

Farmville

Wholesale Electric shines for 50 years

One family has helped spread its light across Farmville and beyond for half a century. Farmville Wholesale Electric Supply Co. Inc., located at 301 W. ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Saturday, May 28, 2022 8:00 am

Local

Supervisors set election for Nov. 8

Prince Edward County supervisors, in a special meeting Friday, May 20, voted to hold a special election Nov. 8 to fill the unexpired term of ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Friday, May 27, 2022 8:00 am

Cumberland

Board receives update on broadband

The Cumberland County Board of Supervisors met for its monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 10. The County Administrator, Derek L. Stamey, gave an update on ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Saturday, May 21, 2022 1:11 pm

Local

Dr. P retires after three decades

After 30 years at Longwood University, Dr. Tim Pierson is retiring at the end of June from his position as the vice president of Student ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Friday, May 20, 2022 12:45 pm

Farmville

Town Council holds hearings on upcoming changes

The Farmville Town Council met for their monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 11 to hold numerous public hearings. There was a public hearing held for ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Thursday, May 19, 2022 8:00 am

Buckingham

Board votes on VDOT budget

The Buckingham Board of Supervisors met for their monthly meeting on Monday, May 9. During the meeting, there was a public hearing for the Virginia ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Saturday, May 14, 2022 12:19 pm

Prince Edward

County meal tax approved

The Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors met for their monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 10, and held six public hearings. One public hearing was ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Friday, May 13, 2022 1:11 pm

Local

Wright Auto Supply expands

Farmville’s NAPA auto store was bought last month by a new owner who has big plans for the small store. At the beginning of April, ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, May 10, 2022 3:00 pm

Farmville

Council discusses upcoming changes

The Farmville Town Council met for a work session on Wednesday, May 4, to discuss upcoming improvements to Farmville. Farmville Town Manager Dr. Scott Davis, ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Saturday, May 7, 2022 6:27 pm

Farmville

The Woodland under new ownership

After 52 years of serving Farmville, The Woodland Inc. is under new ownership. The Woodland Board of Directors announced in November 2021 that it considered ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Friday, May 6, 2022 5:26 pm

Cumberland

Hannah appointed as Commonwealth’s Attorney

After 26 years of service, Patricia D. Scales retired as Cumberland County’s Commonwealth’s Attorney. She was recognized at the Tuesday, April 12 Cumberland County Board ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Thursday, May 5, 2022 8:00 am

Farmville Municipal Golf Course

Farmville

Golf course to close this summer

The Farmville Municipal Golf Course is scheduled to close its gates on Thursday, June 30. The Farmville Municipal Golf Course is located at 36 Wedgewood ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Saturday, April 30, 2022 4:23 pm

Prince Edward

Chaney Enterprises buys W.C. Newman Co.

After 60 years in Prince Edward County, W.C. Newman Co. has been sold to Chaney Enterprises. Robert Atkinson bought the business from his father-in-law 31 ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Friday, April 29, 2022 4:17 pm

Cumberland

Board awards contract for broadband

The Cumberland County Board of Supervisors met for its monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 12. Jennifer Crews, director of finance, brought a contract before the ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Wednesday, April 27, 2022 7:34 pm

Buckingham

Board discusses budget

The Buckingham Board of Supervisors met for their monthly meeting on Monday, April 18, to discuss the budget. A public hearing was held for the ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Thursday, April 21, 2022 7:01 pm

Farmville

Board provides support to police department

With so many Farmville residents interested in the police department, there’s an opportunity to get more involved. The Farmville Police Department holds a yearly Citizen’s ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Thursday, April 21, 2022 8:30 am

Farmville

Proposed budget discussed

The Farmville Town Council held its monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 13. Town Manager Dr. Scott Davis presented the proposed budget for the fiscal year ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, April 19, 2022 5:00 pm

Prince Edward

Prince Edward Board amends subdivision ordinance

The Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors met for its monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 12. A public hearing was held for an amendment to ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Friday, April 15, 2022 6:14 pm

Local

Serving families for 100 years

A local funeral home celebrates a century of providing services in the Buckingham community. Dunkum Funeral Home Inc. in Dillwyn is celebrating 100 years of ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Wednesday, April 13, 2022 8:15 am

Cumberland

Johnson to be inducted into the VHSL Hall of Fame

James Johnson will be recognized at 3 p.m. on April 24 at the Doubletree in Charlottesville to be inducted into the Virginia High School Hall ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Saturday, April 9, 2022 4:16 pm

Sandy River restaurant

PRINCE EDAWRD

Sandy River embarks on a new adventure

A local destination spot is ready to launch a new adventure with an addition to its property. Sandy River Outdoor Adventure in Rice is opening ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, April 5, 2022 11:18 am

Farmville

The Fishin’ Pig almost ready to move

The wait is almost over for Farmville residents who are ready for easier access to delicious barbecue, seafood and brews. The Fishin’ Pig is almost ... Read more

by Rachel Austin, Saturday, April 2, 2022 6:36 pm

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